Bipolar disorder affects 46 million men and women globally and 2.8% of the population in the U.S. according to the National Alliance for Mental Health. It impacts their mood and can cause extreme highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). There are several treatment options for bipolar disorder through an accredited treatment center in Portland.…
Obsessive-compulsive disorder, also known as OCD, is a common, chronic, and long-lasting mental health disorder that causes a person to have recurring and uncontrollable thoughts. We refer to these as obsessions. People with this condition also suffer from compulsions that involve the urge to repeat certain actions again and again. Sometimes psychiatrists will prescribe anti-anxiety…
Mental health is a topic that is gaining more awareness by the day, and rightly so. We all know someone who is struggling with addiction, but do we ever stop and wonder what caused it? Trauma is a common factor that contributes to substance use. Let’s explore the connection between trauma and substance use, and…
Schizophrenia is a profound and complex brain condition that affects how people relate to the world around them. Symptoms of schizophrenia include delusions, disorganized speech, hallucinations, trouble thinking, and extreme lack of motivation. This mental health condition affects the structure and functioning of a few essential systems in the brain. These include the prefrontal and…
Mental health concerns are common among people suffering from drug abuse and addiction. The tie between mental illness and addiction is so strong that substance use can actually lead to mental health conditions. In fact, the reverse is also true. Mental illness can lead to substance use, as individuals unknowingly self-medicate through drugs or alcohol.…
At Crestview Recovery in Oregon, we offer dual diagnosis treatment and a gender-specific women’s rehab center so that women can address co-occurring issues in a safe space. We offer a women-only program because many women feel safer in groups of other women. Contact Crestview Recovery in Portland to learn more about drug addiction treatment for…
Come to an excellent holistic rehab in Portland, OR where you can dedicate your time to getting well and putting your addiction behind you. When you’re here, you can experience something remarkable in addiction treatment: equine therapy. Need to know more about addiction therapy programs? Call us today at 866.262.0531. What Is Equine Therapy? Equine…
Dialectical behavior therapy, or DBT, is a form of psychotherapy where therapists guide patients through processing troubling thoughts and feelings that are causing self-harming behavior or suicidal thoughts. Patients participate in group and private therapy, where therapists use the latest DBT techniques to create a positive self-image. Then, they help patients develop healthy coping skills…
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, affects more than just veterans. According to the Sidran Institute, 13 million Americans have PTSD at any given time. As such, knowing the common PTSD symptoms is important for anyone to know. Below is some information you may find useful. If you are struggling with PTSD, Crestview Recovery offers primary…
When in addiction treatment, you may learn that you’ve been self-medicating undiagnosed mental illness through drug or alcohol abuse. This is common. However, by learning what your root mental issues are, you can learn how to enjoy greater stability in your life without substance use. Quality addiction rehab programs provide mental health treatment for these…